Hampshire · London and the South East
Totton Storm Damage Roof Report
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a storm damage roof report in Totton and across Hampshire, with plain-English findings.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Totton
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’ve noticed damage from fallen branches or debris and slates and tiles blown off the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flashings, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips alike.
When a storm passes over a town like Totton, loose tiles, slates and ridges are the first to move. What counts as a storm depends on your policy; many use gusts of around 55 mph. Photos and a written account help you show what happened. Because wear and tear is normally excluded, the age of any damage matters.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Totton (SO40)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. A typical visit in Totton begins with the street side of the roof and then moves round the building. The back garden is often where extensions, dormers and rear slopes are best seen. Then, if it can be reached safely, we look in the loft.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Storm damage roof reports in Totton: local notes
Totton is within about 2 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Winfred, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. If you let a flat or house near Totton station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Totton is about 5 miles west of Southampton, in Hampshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Totton for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire.
Here we cover the SO40 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include High Street, Station Road South and Tedder Way, all of which we cover. With the A35 and A36 close by, Totton is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Ashurst Bridge (1 mile south-west), Hounsdown (1 mile south), Netley Marsh (1 mile west), Hillstreet (2 miles north) and Woodlands (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (13 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles north-east), Fareham (14 miles east), Chandler's Ford (7 miles north-east), Hedge End (9 miles east) and Lymington (11 miles south).
Landmarks near Totton
In Totton, that means homes and buildings near The Cross Keys Public House and Hounsdown School and the streets around them. Totton’s nearest station is Totton station, about 1 mile east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.3 miles north-west) and Eling Experience (0.8 miles east). Not far away are Testwood Lakes.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. We record any damage we can see.
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaving storm damage can let water into the roof space and rooms below. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. On a house in a town like Totton, wet loft insulation stops working and can stay damp for a long time. That adds to the bill long before the leak is obvious.
All our prices include VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What you get with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Totton: your questions answered
Do you cover Totton?
Yes, Totton is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Totton as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Totton is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we can’t predict the outcome.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from the ground or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
Common roof problems in Totton
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. What happens next is up to the insurer.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Stains appearing after strong winds
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Abbotswood Junior School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Before booking anyone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- When you will get the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How big the roof is
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What to tell us when you contact us
We will typically ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.